Private Stone Town and Spice Farm Tour

Zanzibar, Tanzania
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Duration5h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesArabic, German, English, French
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Combining a spice tour and a Stone Town tour gives you the complete cultural and historical story of Zanzibar.

A spice tour engages your senses by letting you smell, touch, and taste fresh vanilla, cinnamon, and cloves right on the farm, explaining why the island earned its famous nickname. Meanwhile, a Stone Town walking tour uncovers the human and architectural history behind that trade, taking you through winding alleyways, vibrant markets, and historical sites like the former slave market.

Together, these two experiences connect the rural plantations that grew the wealth with the ancient coastal city that traded it to the world, offering a deeply meaningful and well-rounded visit.

What's included

  • Entrance fee
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Tour guiding
  • Meals

What to expect

  1. Stone Town
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Stone Town is a historic, maze-like coastal city filled with rich Swahili, Arab, and Indian heritage.

    When you visit, you can explore the narrow alleyways to admire the famous hand-carved wooden Zanzibar doors, stop by the lively Darajani Market for local life, and learn about regional history at the Anglican Cathedral and former Slave Market. You should also check out landmarks like the 17th-century Old Fort, the childhood home at the Freddie Mercury Museum, and gather at Forodhani Gardens in the evening to enjoy local street food and sunset views over the water.
  2. Jambo Spice Farm
    2h · Admission ticket included
    At Jambo Spice Farm in Dole village, you can explore lush gardens to see and smell exotic spices like cloves, cinnamon, vanilla, nutmeg, and cardamom growing directly on the trees.

    The guided tour lets you touch and taste fresh tropical fruits like jackfruit, papaya, and pineapple picked right in front of you, while local guides explain traditional medicinal and culinary uses for various plants.

    You can also watch entertaining demonstrations, such as a local climber scaling a palm tree while singing to harvest fresh coconuts, see how palm leaves are woven into wearable accessories like hats and bracelets, and finish your visit by stopping at the farm's spice gift shop.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Darajani Market (also known as Marikiti Kuu or Estella Market) is the vibrant, main commercial bazaar located in the historic center of Stone Town, Zanzibar.

End point

Darajani Market (also known as Marikiti Kuu or Estella Market) is the vibrant, main commercial bazaar located in the historic center of Stone Town, Zanzibar.

Pickup details

We allow our customers to specify their own pickup point. we generally pick them up from any hotel around Zanzibar.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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